Instructional Assistant

Broward County Public Schools • Sunrise, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant provides care and supervision to students in the Broward County School System and classroom supports that enhance the instructional process. The role also supports individualized education programs under the direction of teachers and administrators. The assistant works with assigned classroom teachers and students to support instructional and behavioral programs, provide student care and supervision, and perform related school duties.

Requirements

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved GED testing program.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
• Computer skills as needed for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the Principles of Teaching (formerly Teacher Assisting Curriculum) at the designated technical college in the Broward County School District; or a passing score on the ParaPro Test or another officially sanctioned standard test demonstrating the ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics, or readiness in those subjects, as appropriate; or an associate degree from an accredited institution or at least 60 semester hours of earned college credit from an accredited institution.
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Work under a teacher’s direct supervision to create instructional materials.
• Supervise and escort students throughout the school, under the supervision of a teacher or administrator, to support student safety and welfare.
• Provide classroom-related clerical support, such as preparing daily notes and student folders and collecting data.
• Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids under teacher direction.
• Keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions through general housekeeping.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
• Help supervise nap and rest periods as needed.
• Provide care for children when the teacher is absent for no more than 30 minutes; this does not include substitute teaching.
• Create or design test and worksheet items according to teacher-provided guidelines.
• Follow up on lessons presented by the teacher according to provided guidelines.
• Supervise small-group discussions and student activities.
• Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
• Use programs with groups of students.
• Assist with students’ daily living activities, including personal hygiene and restroom functions; mobility, lifting, positioning, or transferring; feeding; adaptive equipment; and behavioral support, which may include implementing PBIP and positive crisis management skills.
• Perform and promote activities in compliance with the School Board of Broward County, Florida’s equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
• Participate in training to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical information related to job responsibilities.
• Adhere to safety rules and procedures and follow federal and state requirements and School Board policies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED